Tower of London with Beefeater Meet and Greet

A guided tour of the medieval fortress and a meeting with a tower guard

On this tour, you’ll discover the Tower of London in depth and learn about its fascinating history that spans nearly 1000 years. You’ll begin with a 15-minute meet and greet with a Beefeater, also known as a Yeoman Warder, who guards the tower. You’ll meet with them inside the Bloody Tower – a hidden gem – and hear stories not typically known to visitors.

Your next stop will be the Crown Jewels, and your guide will explain the history of these precious gems and who they were worn by. The rest of your tour will include facts and anecdotes about locations like the Bloody Tower, Tower Green, Traitor’s Gate, the royal chapels and more. You’ll also have access to the castle at the centre of the tower grounds which you can explore at your own pace.

What's included

• Early admission to the Crown Jewels
• Guide services
• 15-minute Beefeater meet and greet

What's not included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Food and drinks
• Tips

Accessibility

• Public transport links nearby
• Infants must sit on an adult's lap
  
  

  Health & safety

  • Requires a moderate level of physical fitness
    
    

    Restrictions

    • Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the activity starts.
      
      

      Additional information

      Please wear weather-appropriate clothing.

      Comfortable footwear is recommended.

      This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users or visitors with reduced mobility.

      Please note that photography is permitted in most areas, but not in the Jewel House and the Chapel of St. John.

      Please bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

      Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

      You need to be 18 years or older to book or be accompanied by an adult.

      Operated by The Roman Guy

       
      

      Itinerary information

      Duration: 2 hours

      
      

      Stop at: Tower of London

      Admission ticket included

      With almost 1,000 years of British history contained within the fortress’ walls, exploring the Tower of London is a journey into a different time. Fortunately, you won't get overwhelmed or lost since your trusty local guide will be at your side. Established by William the Conqueror in the 11th century, this heavily fortified site on the Thames has been a palace, a prison, an armory, and the site of many famous executions through the centuries. It even once became a kind of zoo, housing a number of exotic animals! This is a place filled with folklore and amazing stories that are even more poignant when you stand where they happened. Meet the resident ravens as your guide shows you famous locations like Traitor’s Gate, the royal chapels, and Tower Green where the likes of Anne Boleyn and Lady Jane Grey were executed.

      
      

      1 hour 30 minutes

      
      

      Stop at: The Crown Jewels

      Admission ticket included

      Since the line to get into the crown jewels can get long, your guide will likely lead you to the Jewel House entrance after your meeting with the Yeoman Warder. Britain’s crown jewels are a priceless collection of some 140 royal items with over 23,000 precious stones, including the elaborate coronation regalia of the English monarchy. Your guide has in-depth descriptions of what to watch for, why they're important, and who they might have belonged to. Keep an eye out for the piece they note is the oldest in the entire collection! Many older items were destroyed during the English Civil War when the monarchy was briefly abolished, but the collection was reestablished in 1660 and holds some of the most valuable pieces in British history.

      
      

      10 minutes

      
      

      
      

      Stop at: White Tower

      Admission ticket included

      This imposing castle at the center of the Tower of London grounds was designed to scare off potential invaders and subdue the public of London. It's one of the main buildings you can actually see over the walls when you're outside of the fortress. Your tour will likely end here, but you can head inside to explore on your own for as long as you like since guides are not allowed inside. They'll be sure to explain anything you absolutely have to see inside, like the armory that has some seriously impressive weaponry!

      
      

      10 minutes

      
      

      Stop at: Bloody Tower

      Admission ticket included

      While you'll explore places like the Bloody Tower with your guide, you shouldn't miss going inside the White Tower too! It's home to an impressive British armoury collection.

      10 minutes

      
      

      Location

      Departure point

      Tower Place West, London, EC3N 4DT

      
      

      End point

      Tower Place West, London, EC3N 4DT